Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 2:23PM EDT until June 13 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 12, 2026 - 11:23am
Expires:
June 13, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...The warm temperatures in the middle to upper 70s to
middle 80s may cause people to underestimate the dangers of
the cold water temperatures which are currently in the upper
40s.
* WHERE...Coastal Hancock and Coastal Washington Counties.
* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening.
* IMPACTS...The cold water temperatures can quickly cause
hypothermia to anyone immersed in the waters. Anyone on boats
or paddlecraft should use extreme caution to avoid this threat.
Instruction:
A Beach Hazards Statement is issued on days when a significant
number of boats and paddlecraft are expected to be out on the
water and when warm air temperatures may cause people to
underestimate the danger of the cold water. Paddle smart from the
start. Always wear your life jacket. Be aware of wind conditions,
tides, and localized currents.
Area Description:
Coastal Hancock; Coastal Washington
Forcast Office:
NWS Caribou ME
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov